Drown d/t thrown ovrbrd by motion of unsp wtrcrft, sqla

This code signifies the long-term effects or complications arising from a past incident where an individual was thrown from an unspecified watercraft due to its motion, resulting in drowning or submersion. These sequelae can include chronic respiratory issues, neurological damage, or psychological conditions directly attributable to the near-drowning event.

Apply this code when documenting the current treatment or evaluation of a patient experiencing residual health problems from a prior incident of being ejected from a boat or similar vessel and subsequently submerged. This is appropriate for follow-up care long after the initial acute event has resolved.

• Always use this code as a secondary diagnosis, following the code for the specific sequela being treated (e.g., chronic anoxic encephalopathy).
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to the past drowning/submersion event caused by being thrown overboard.
• The "S" in the seventh character indicates sequela, meaning it's for conditions manifesting after the acute phase of the injury.